Sr. Test Technician

About the company

At ARaymond, we create cutting-edge fastening and assembly systems for the machines and products that keep the world moving. Founded in Grenoble in 1865 and still headquartered there, we’re a family-run business with a proud history of innovation—including the invention of the press stud. Human values have driven our success for over 160 years, embodied by our servant-leadership model of management that empowers employees and puts their wellbeing first. Today we employ more than 8,500 people in 25 countries worldwide and are committed to leading in sustainability for the global fastening and assembly market.

Join our global engineering team to develop ideas and products that shape a better future. Feel inspired in our culture of innovation and creativity, which generates over 1,000 new fastening solutions every year.

Responsibilities

• Performs lab tests with little direction to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific investigations, such as load, insertion/extraction, torque, etc.
• Conducts testing as needed to resolve internal and customer quality issues.
• Conducts testing plans per DVP&R’s including PV and DV Testing.
• Creates comprehensive test reports.
• Maintains company Calibration Database and equipment PM’s.
• Coordinates and schedules equipment calibration per established procedures.
• Maintains lab supplies and orders test and inspection equipment as needed.
• Maintains documented inspection and test results as outlined in company procedures.
• Assists the Engineering Department in continuously improving the integrity of the department.
• Manages the HAZCOM logs and audits; complies with all OSHA and corporate required compliance.
• Maintains 5S standards within lab.
• Travels to customer and/or supplier sites, as required.
• Works with outside vendors.
• Manages the HAZCOM logs and audits for testing lab; is main entry point for incoming chemicals; complies with all OSHA and corporate required compliance.
• Designs, assembles, and fabricates customized test fixtures utilizing light machining and welding skills.
• Assembles samples for testing.
• Performs basic electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Other related duties and/or projects as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 7+ years of experience in a lab technician position.
• Basic machine electrical and hydraulic skills required.
• Experience in testing and calibration procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to use assigned lab equipment (Thermotron, Instron, Burst, etc.).
• Knowledge of physical and functional test procedures and requirements.
• High level of oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and solve problems.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate and maintain all test equipment.

Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to continually develop skills and adapt to new technologies and techniques.
• Ability to specify and maintain all lab test equipment.
• Ability to work closely with others in a collaborative team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Professional demeanor and ethical conduct, including handling confidential information appropriately.

Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting, walking, standing.
• Use of computer with repetitive mouse use, keyboarding, and visual demands.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to work in the office for collaborative purposes.
• Up to 10% travel by air, car, or other methods of travel.